The botanicals used in Micil Irish Gin are pot distilled rather than added after distillation, and include bog myrtle, hawberry, heather, and the very same locally-picked Connemara bogbean used in Micil Irish Poitín. We can't deny we're also a fan of the rather vintage-looking green bottle.
A rich and fragrant bouquet, juniper, heather and bog myrtle fade into sweeter liquorice, rhubarb tang, a handful of blackberries and a scattering of spices.
I first discovered this gin a number of years ago while visiting Galway. It has now become one of my favourite gins. It's extremely well-balanced - it's very refreshing in a gin and tonic. It has lots of citrus, floral notes, some spice and isn't too dry.
